The proposed cuts to the crayfish quota could see the recreational daily limit reduced from six to three per diver.
MetService is warning the cyclone is expected to be a widespread and significant weather event.
It could have reduced New Zealand's emissions by about 1 million tonnes, but some say the overall climate impact was going to be negative.
Civil Defence has asked people to alleviate pressure on the stations by sourcing their own sand and bags where possible.
The rockstar wants to draw Kiwis' attention to the blockade of Armenians in central Asia.
The road was already closed due to previous severe weather and the truck was working nearby when it hit him.
Auckland Minister Michael Wood says people can expect clearer communication as the cyclone makes landfall.
The man was admitted to hospital after being located with critical injuries at a Hamilton East address earlier this week.
Footage of them in the cumbersome look was almost immediately turned into memes by fans.
Q+A's Whena Owen tracked down some of the more prominent protesters to find out what they have been doing since.
High winds can be heard howling on the cliffs at Puheke Beach.
Michael Wood says the Government is trying to reduce emissions elsewhere.
The vessels didn't pass biofouling rules, meaning they had large amounts of marine debris attached to them.
Avondale Intermediate's Grace Ikenasio said it was "the pinnacle" of her career.
Family members gathered in Christchurch to mark the anniversary of the disappearance of the Dragonfly plane 60 years ago.
From tomorrow, a follow-up GP appointment for Covid patients won't be funded, unless you're in a high-risk category.
New Zealand team finishes strongly at Spark Arena and could secure their place in final with another win in Tasmania on Thursday.
The next challenge for Christchurch's Brendon Vercoe will be his toughest yet.
Large portions of the upper North Island, including Auckland, are under red severe weather warnings.
An emergency mobile alert has been sent out in Auckland and Coromandel as Cyclone Gabrielle impacts the upper North Island.